Hong Kong activist Chow Hang-tung and co-defendant Lee Cheuk-yan were found guilty of incitement to subversion over Tiananmen Square massacre vigils, facing up to 10 years in prison under the national security law.
Experts in Silicon Valley warn of an imminent AI takeoff and existential risks, citing recursive self-improvement, autonomous agent breakouts, and a lack of global regulatory coordination amid US-China rivalry.
During the murder trial of Massachusetts nurse Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three children while suffering from severe postpartum psychosis, online conspiracy theorists on TikTok have baselessly blamed her husband, Patrick Clancy, reflecting widespread female frustration with unsupportive partners and systemic failures in maternal health.
Ali Usman claimed a five-wicket haul for Pakistan against England on Day 3 of the first Test at Headingley, though England secured a commanding 238-run lead after being bowled out for 409.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that the situation in Kosovo and Metohija points to a growing, systematic campaign of terror against the local Serbian population, accusing NATO, EU, and UN missions of acquiescence.
Brittany Mahomes, wife of Patrick Mahomes, has built a $15 million net worth through soccer, fitness entrepreneurship, sports ownership, and brand partnerships, diversifying her income beyond her athletic background.
Nitro_Camden's Twitch stream surged with 15,000 viewers after a raid by StableRonaldo, but the moment turned sour when his mother, upset by the noise, confronted him, unplugged his equipment, and told him to leave home.
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly under negotiation for a $12.5bn sale to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner. This potential deal follows a 2025 purchase by Mark Walter and Todd Boehly, highlighting a rapid trend of private equity flipping sports franchises for profit.
The UN Security Council is set to conduct a second straw poll to evaluate candidates for the next Secretary-General. With António Guterres' term ending December 31, members are assessing support for contenders from Latin America and Africa amidst potential veto power influence.
Director Pedro Almodóvar discusses his 24th film, 'Bitter Christmas', a meta-commentary on autofiction. He reflects on his career, his public criticism of Netflix, his views on the EU and Donald Trump, and his refusal to retire despite health challenges.
The Panama Canal Authority announced it will reduce daily vessel transits from 36 to 34 starting September 3, and to 32 by September 15, due to a severe drought caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon that has lowered water levels.
Riot Games announced it will end active development on its free-to-play League of Legends fighting game 2XKO at the end of 2026, citing insufficient player retention and financial unsustainability, though servers will remain online.
A ginasta Rebeca Andrade voltará a competir em etapas da Copa do Mundo na Hungria, após pausa de dois anos. O anúncio foi feito pela CBG, que também convocou atletas para os Jogos Sul-Americanos visando o Mundial.
Columbia House, the historic mail-order music and video club famous for its '12 albums for a penny' deals, has announced it will stop accepting new orders after September 15, 2026.
BWF secretary general Thomas Lund says the India Open cannot be moved out of Q1 2027 due to tight calendar constraints, despite ongoing concerns over Delhi's severe winter air pollution.
A seleção brasileira feminina de basquete venceu a Argentina por 58 a 53 em Guadalajara, garantindo a liderança do Grupo A e vaga nas semifinais do torneio classificatório para o Pré-Olímpico de 2028.
Zomi Frankcom and colleagues were killed in a marked humanitarian convoy by the IDF, which dismissed the attack as a 'mistake' without further investigation.
A 15ft reticulated python named Jodie Foster at Chester Zoo has become the first snake in the world to receive electrochemotherapy, a pioneering human cancer treatment, to remove a malignant jaw tumour.
The UK's largest water recycling system at the Eddington development in Cambridge remains switched off since 2021. Despite severe water stress in the region, the Drinking Water Inspectorate cites 1991 legislation requiring all domestic water to be of drinking quality.
The Premier League is introducing stricter officiating for the new season, targeting 'non-footballing' holding and grappling in the penalty area. Referees will be encouraged to penalize clear, impactful holding offenses to improve player behavior and game flow.
Independent Senator David Pocock criticizes the Prime Minister for a weak gambling reform deal, arguing it ignores a Senate inquiry's recommendations and prioritizes the gambling industry over public interest and the protection of children.
Dallas Wings rookie guard Azzi Fudd will miss the rest of the WNBA season to undergo arthroscopic knee surgery. Fudd, the first overall pick in the 2026 draft, has been sidelined since August 5 due to persistent soreness in her right knee.
AI accounting startup Rillet secured a $100 million Series C funding round at a $1 billion valuation, led by Iconiq, as demand surges for AI solutions disrupting legacy ERP systems.
A UC Berkeley math professor who criticized students' severe math deficiencies in an op-ed admitted to using artificial intelligence for editing, sparking a debate among academics and students.
